Olympic Skater Jason Brown Celebrated On Ice, In Ice
His hometown of Highland Park unveiled a 10-foot ice sculpture of the fan favorite figure skater this week.
View ArticleSchneider, Duckworth Team Up for Job Fair
The event will feature 40 employers looking to hire. The first hour is reserved exclusively for veterans.
View ArticleFemale Deputy Wins Bias Lawsuit Against Sheriff’s Office
A jury ruled that the Lake Co. sheriff’s deputy was discriminated against because she was a woman.
View ArticleTrending: Sheriff Cancels Valentine's Day Freeing Men of Romantic Obligations
The slick roads have given men in north Georgia a pass on Valentine's Day. The Oconee County Sheriff's Office says the holiday is canceled -- for men.
View ArticleMuslim Woman Discovers Friendly New World When a Winter Scarf Covers Her Hijab
Chicago's bitter cold temps led to an impromptu social experiment when Leena Suleiman bundled up in a knit scarf and cap.
View ArticleExtreme Makeover: Illinois Schools Edition
Illinois is among the states in the nation with the highest percentage of schools in need of improvements.
View ArticleTrending: Mother, Daughter Shot While Sitting in Car in Suburban Chicago
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View ArticleDrop It and Drive: A Campaign to End Distracted Driving
Public officials mobilize to get you to put down your cell phone when you're behind the wheel. An open letter to the public.
View ArticleTrending: Help Save This Abandoned Dog
Lulu needs your help if she can get a potentially life-saving surgery.
View ArticleDid NBC Go Too Far in Bode Miller Interview?
NBC's repeated questions concerning the death of Olympic skier Bode Miller's brother has generated criticism.
View ArticleIs Your Daughter Obsessed With 'Frozen' Too?
The official Idina Menzel version of "Let It Go" has more than 96 million views on YouTube. Demi Lovato's version has more than 75 million.
View ArticleCity Seeking Broker for Highland Park Theater Sale
After the most recent attempt to renovate the space fell through late last month, the city decided to put the space up for sale.
View ArticlePowerball Jackpot Hits $400 Million
The Powerball jackpot will be $400 million for Wednesday's drawing.
View ArticleGirls May Be The Ones To Suffer Most Under Common Core Math
By Ann Marie BanfieldI remember when I was in 7th grade thinking math was so easy. Understanding math is the key
View ArticleTrending: What's Causing This Extreme Winter Weather?
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View Article6 Days Jail Time for Woman Who Abandoned Dogs
The woman had moved out of her Deerfield home in 2012, leaving two dogs behind.
View ArticleFinal Countdown: Less Than 2 Weeks Before the Income Tax Debate
Reboot Illinois and the Union League Club of Chicago host a debate on Feb. 28 on the future of the income tax in Illinois, featuring a suburban Republican and Chicago Democrat.
View ArticleTrending: Mom Wants Pitbulls Banned After Her Toddler is Mauled
Mom becomes activist for banning the breed in Georgia.
View ArticleTrending: Teen with Down Syndrome to Sign Contract with 76ers
By Tom DavisBensalem, Penn. – A teen who became an internet sensation after his amazing performance on the basketball court will sign a ceremonial contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. The 76ers...
View ArticleTrending: Student Makes Fantastic Half-Court Shot For $10,000 Only to Have...
The fine print on the contest contract means the West Chester University student doesn't get the cash prize.
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